Our Lady Of Good Counsel Forestville

⚽ Stage 3 Soccer Gala Day

What a fantastic day of football at the Catholic Schools Broken Bay Northern Beaches Stage 3 Soccer Gala Day, held today at Nolan Reserve, North Manly!

Our Year 5 and 6 OLGC students represented the school with outstanding enthusiasm, teamwork and sportsmanship. Throughout the day, they demonstrated determination, resilience and respect, supporting one another both on and off the field while enjoying the opportunity to compete against schools from across the Northern Beaches.

Win, lose or draw, every player should be proud of the way they wore their school colours and embraced the spirit of the game. A huge thank you to our staff, coaches and supporters for making the day such a positive experience.

Well done to all our Stage 3 soccer stars – you represented our school with pride! ⚽🏆

Did you know that Mercy Catholic College has updated its enrolment deadlines to align with CSBB?

Many families are unaware that applications close while students are still in Year 4.

Applications for Year 7, 2029 will close on Wednesday 1 July.

Places are in high demand, with waitlists currently in place for 2027 and 2028 across all year groups.

If you are considering Mercy Catholic College as a secondary school for your daughter, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

ENROL NOW www.mercychatswood.nsw.edu.au/enrol

📚✨ A huge congratulations to our talented students for their outstanding achievement in the 2025 Australia My Country competition!

In 2025, students explored themes celebrating 110 Years of Anzac and the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific, reflecting on Australia’s history and the values of courage, service and sacrifice.

OLGC Forestville was recognised as one of the top three participating schools, receiving $500 to grow our school library.

Congratulations to Madeleine C. (1st Place – Year 3–4 Written Composition), Georgia S. (2nd Place – Year 5–6 Art), and Charlotte S. and Jasmine H. (Special Commendation – Year 5–6 Art) for their outstanding achievements.

The Australia My Country competition has been inspiring local primary school students since the 1950s, encouraging creativity, historical understanding and community pride.

Their creativity and hard work have helped bring a wonderful new collection of books to our shelves, giving all students even more opportunities to discover, imagine and learn.

We are so proud of your achievement and the lasting contribution you’ve made to our school community. Well done!

Stay tuned as soon we will announce the incredible achievements of the OLGC students in this year’s competition.

Online safety is an important part of children’s wellbeing The eSafety Commissioner highlights that children may sometimes be encouraged to share personal information or images online.

Families can help by:
• Talking regularly about online activities
• Using parental controls and learning about apps together
• Watching for changes in behaviour
• Reassuring children they can ask for help

📘 Families can also access the free resource “Let’s talk about being safe online”.
🎥 Upcoming webinars include sessions on AI and managing screen time for younger children.

👉 Visit the eSafety website for practical tips and support. Click here https://bit.ly/4x9j9Dx

This morning, our school leaders proudly represented OLGC at the 84th Anniversary Defence of Sydney Commemorative Service at North Head.

It was a beautiful morning of reflection and remembrance, highlighted by an inspiring address from Rear Admiral Chris Smith AM, CSM, RAN Commander Australian Fleet.

We are honoured to have been part of this important commemoration, paying tribute to those who served and defended our nation.

Today is World Environment Day.

This World Environment Day, we're celebrating the incredible native wildlife that makes Australia so unique. At OLGC we are so fortunate to share our school grounds with many native species. 🌏💚

By making a few simple changes in our everyday lives, we can help protect local habitats and ensure future generations can continue to enjoy and appreciate our amazing native species.

Celebrating World Environment Day 🌏💚

We, as humans, are so fortunate to be living alongside Australia's wonderful and diverse native species, and so we believe that is why we should strive to make changes in our lives so we can appreciate their beauty for generations to come.

Here are a few things you can do to help wildlife, and the environment, in your local area:

🌿 Choose and nurture native plants in your garden to provide natural food and shelter for local wildlife.

🚮 Dispose of rubbish and garden waste responsibly to keep habitats safe and clean.

💧 Offer clean, shallow water in birdbaths or bowls, with a rock or stick so animals can access it safely.

👧🧒 Encourage children to watch wildlife quietly and respectfully, without chasing or touching.

Aussie wildlife is vital to our ecosystems, and small changes in how we live can make a big difference for native species and the environment.

OLGC Forestville Community Meet & Greet

We warmly invite all new families to join us for our OLGC Community Meet & Greet, a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families and become part of our vibrant school community.

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, 24 June
Time: 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Location: OLGC Kindy Playground

This relaxed and informal gathering is a great chance to meet fellow parents, make new connections, and learn more about life at OLGC.

Whether you are new to our school this year or preparing to join our community, we would love to welcome you.

We look forward to meeting you and sharing an enjoyable afternoon together.

To RSVP click here:

https://shorturl.at/UsBCk

🌭 Sausage Sizzle Special Lunch 🌭

A huge thank you to Tristan Conn, husband of our wonderful Assistant Principal, Mrs Conn, for generously volunteering his time to fire up the BBQ and cook for our students at today’s special lunch!

The sausage sizzle was a fantastic treat and enjoyed by students and staff alike. We are so grateful for Tristan’s time, effort and support in helping make the day such a success.

Thank you, Tristan, for your generosity and for being such a valued part of our OLGC Forestville community! 👏😊

"As our campaign week comes to a close, we want to thank everyone who has liked, shared, donated, or simply taken the time to learn about the vision for our new Eileen O’Connor Catholic School at Tuggerah.

This is more than a school, it’s a place where every child can thrive, and your support is helping to bring that vision to life.

Here is how you can still get involved:
Make a donation every gift, big or small, brings us closer to opening day.
Set up regular giving ongoing support helps us plan and grow.
Sign up for updates stay connected to milestones and stories.
Partner with us if you are a business or supporter, let's talk.
Share our story awareness builds momentum. Spread the word.

The new $65 million Tuggerah campus is made possible by Catholic Schools Broken Bay, government grants, and community champions like you.

Together, we’re building a school, and a future filled with opportunity, inclusion and hope.

Together, let's build a school

To learn more please click 👉 https://bit.ly/4nHhIaR

Reconciliation Week- Jarjum Initiative 🌧️

Despite the rain, our National Reconciliation Week Jarjum gathering was full of connection, culture and community.

With over 50 students and 20 families and school delegates attending, students engaged in cultural learning, storytelling, collaborative activities and connection across schools. A highlight was seeing our older students mentor and support younger Jarjums throughout the afternoon.

A huge thank you to St Paul’s Catholic College for warmly welcoming us into their space and helping make the day so special.